buying

[/ˈbaɪɪŋ/]

noun/verb (gerund/present participle)

compra/comprando

1. The act of purchasing or acquiring something in exchange for money

Buying groceries online has become very popular.

Comprar mantimentos online tornou-se muito popular.

2. Present participle of 'buy': engaged in the process of making a purchase

She is buying a new car this week.

Ela está comprando um carro novo esta semana.

3. The activity or practice of making purchases

Smart buying habits can save you money.

Hábitos de compra inteligentes podem economizar dinheiro.

NYC Slang

copping (informal slang for acquiring/buying)

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Regional Variations

General Brazilian

compra/comprando

Standard usage throughout Brazil

Rio de Janeiro

compra/comprando

No significant regional variation

São Paulo

compra/comprando

No significant regional variation

Portugal

compra/comprando

Standard European Portuguese usage

buying power

buying spree

impulse buying

bulk buying

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